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Sport Fishing

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Sport Fishing occurs in both tidal and fresh waters throughout the province. A major tourist attraction for both domestic and foreign tourism markets - the sector supports about 7,700 jobs. Sport fishing generates $288 million a year in GDP.

Non-tidal

Non-tidal (freshwater) recreational fishing activity is managed by the Ministry of Environment, Environmental Stewardship Division, Fish and Wildlife Branch.

Tidal

Recreational fishing activity in tidal waters is managed by Fisheries and Oceans Canada.


Updated:  November 19, 2010